Book your MOT early for a stress-free summer holiday

The Motor Ombudsman advises booking your MOT in advance to avoid last-minute hassle

Book your MOT early for a stress-free summer holiday

The Motor Ombudsman is urging car owners to schedule their MOT before their summer getaway to avoid delays and ensure a safe journey.

The key points:

  • MOT tests can be booked up to a month (minus a day) before they expire.
  • Early booking reduces the risk of driving without a valid MOT, which can lead to fines, points, and invalidated insurance.
  • Booking in advance allows for better scheduling and avoids last-minute delays.
  • It also provides time to address any necessary repairs identified during the MOT.

The Motor Ombudsman recommends using garages accredited to their Service and Repair Code of Practice. These garages are listed on their online Garage Finder tool.

Rebecca Pullan from The Motor Ombudsman advises securing an MOT appointment well ahead of the deadline to avoid driving illegally.

Bill Fennell, Chief Ombudsman at The Motor Ombudsman, suggests booking your MOT as soon as possible before your summer trip for better scheduling options and to avoid last-minute stress.

Tips:

  • Sign up for a free MOT reminder service to receive notifications before your certificate expires.
  • Consider scheduling your MOT and annual service together for a more comprehensive check-up.

To view the businesses that are accredited to The Motor Ombudsman’s Motor Industry Code of Practice for Service and Repair, please click here.

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